cmi President Karen Harris is pleased to announce that John Izzo has joined the cmi family of speakers!

For 20 years, John has been a researcher and advisor to over 600 companies including many Fortune Top 10 best workplaces. Long before it became popular, his focus has always been on creating a positive brand strategy that inspires employees and customers alike. A best-selling author of four books including Awakening Corporate Soul and Values Shift, John shows businesses how to create a workplace environment that encourages true employee engagement and wins the hearts of their people.  

As a business advisor and executive coach in the areas of employee engagement and corporate social responsibility, John is known for his ability to empower leaders at all levels in getting their people on-side. His presentations provide a fully customized set of practical, innovative solutions you can implement immediately along with insight into the future of business and how companies can get ahead of the curve. 

Karen has been blown away by John's ability to reach into the audience's psyche and hearts while giving the C-suite executives all the substance they asked for. 

To find out more about John Izzo, please call us toll free at 877-307-7403 or email info@cmispeakers.com.

Click here for a video excerpt of John's presentation.

Tim Sanders hits it out of the park for networking/internet support company

Tim had six phone calls with this customer prior to their event to ensure that his message was exactly on target. It was the first time in 18 years that a speaker has earned a standing ovation from this group! No wonder they booked him on the spot for another event in December.

Scott Burrows launches a newly revised bio and keynote description

When it comes to inspiration, Scott Burrows is one in a million. Check out his new long biography and keynote description to learn about his unique story and strategy for turning setbacks into opportunities.

Cheryl Cran right on target for Management Women Inc.

Cheryl was the featured speaker on "Leading During Difficult Times" at Management Women's fall seminar. One of the managers had this to say about her presentation:

"I want you to know that I think you did an incredible job at sharing your experience and providing useful leadership information while entertaining and also getting the group to interact (which they love).  Based on past experience, this is exactly what they strive for in a speaker. Everyone I knew there came up after and noted how fabulous you were."

The Passing Zone's New Cigar Boxes Routine

Don't try this at home. Trust me, it won't work out nearly as well!

The Passing Zone feels the love from ASBA

Jon and Owen performed for the Arizona Small Business Association Awards on November 6. Here are some posts from attendees on TPZ's Facebook fan page:

"thank you for a wonderful (and dangerous!) evening last night at the asba awards. Amazing!"

"You guys are totally amazing. Thanks for making a wonderful evening very special. And despite all your warnings, no one lost life or limb. We had our doubts especially with the chainsaws!"

Steve Rizzo kills at the legendary Caroline's on Broadway comedy club in NYC

Steve was MC of the 5th annual Andy Kaufman awards on Tuesday Nov 3 in NYC. His co-host for the evening, 'Tony Clifton' got the hook and Steve took over the stage and brought the crowd back from the dead with his stand-up, interwoven with his motivational message of using humour to cope with change. Way to go Steve!

Yossi Ghinsberg named Rainforest Rescue & Orangutan Adventure Trek Ambassador

The Rainforest Rescue is a not-for-profit organization that has been protecting and restoring rainforests in Australia and internationally since 1998. They are partnering with Inspired Adventures to present the Orangutan Adventure Trek in March 2010. The trek will visit North Sumatra, Indonesia, where guests are guided on a four day trek in the rainforest with local guides and are introduced to orangutans and elephants in some of the most beautiful natural places on earth. Congratulations Yossi!

Cary Mullen joins CTV as Men's Alpine commentator for 2010 Olympics

CTV was so impressed with Cary's on-air testing that they promoted him from analyst to commentator for the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver. He joins skiier Brian Stemmle and veteran sportscaster Gerry Dobson in covering the Men's Alpine events. Click here for more information on CTV's Olympic coverage.

National Food Retailer thanks Cheryl Cran for a great presentation

Cheryl spoke at a national food retailer's leadership conference in late October. One of the directors had this to say after her presentation:

"You did an incredible job of using stories, humor and leadership tools to deliver a powerful, on target, energetic message to our team. You clearly listened to us when we described what we wanted to achieve and you delivered beyond our expectations."